Similes
METAPHORS
VOCABULARY IN CONTEXT
FIGURATIVE MEANING
100

His imagination soared like a majestic eagle

 What is the author comparing Alex’s imagination to?

An eagle

100

“The world around Alex blurred and twisted, colors swirling like a kaleidoscope.”
What event is the metaphor describing?

Time travel beginning.

100

“Alex possessed an insatiable thirst for adventure.”
What does insatiable mean?

Never satisfied.

100

"Alex’s eyes widened in disbelief.”
What does this phrase show?

He was shocked or amazed.

200

“Colors swirling like a kaleidoscope.”
What does this simile help the reader imagine?

colorful patterns

200

“His adventures became a tapestry of extraordinary experiences.”
What does tapestry represent?

Many exciting events woven together.

200

“A surge of exhilaration coursed through his veins.”
What feeling is he having?

Extreme excitement.

200

“Her heart overflowed with joy.”

She felt a lot of joy.

300

The seashell’s surface shimmered “like moonlight on water.”
What is the author trying to show?

How shiny and glowing the seashell looked.

300

“Its melodies filled her heart with a symphony of emotions.”
What does symphony mean here?

A mix of strong feelings.

300

he bicycle had an “enigmatic energy.”
What does enigmatic mean?

Mysterious.

300

“He felt his sadness melting away.”

 What does melting away mean?

His sadness started disappearing.

400

“Her crown glittered like a constellation of stars.”
What feeling does this create?

A sense of wonder

400

“The seashell became a symbol of unity and empathy.”
What does symbol mean in this context?

Something that stands for kindness and connection.

400

Alex felt a mix of excitement and trepidation.
What is trepidation?

Fear or nervousness.

400

“The seashell’s music became seeds of hope.” 

What meaning does this give?

It inspired kindness and healing.

500

“Wheels spinning like a whirlwind.”
What does this suggest about the bicycle?

It moved fast and suddenly.

500

“The music had touched a chord deep within him.”
What does this metaphor mean?

 It emotionally affected him.

500

“A windswept beach where Lyla walked.”
What does windswept describe?

A place exposed to strong wind

500

“His eyes once bright now clouded with sorrow.” 

What does clouded mean figuratively?

Filled with sadness.